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165 babysitters are listed in Chattanooga, TN
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Chattanooga, TN
5.0
(12)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a former teacher, and I'm offering babysitting for the summer in Chattanooga until I move to Memphis to start Optometry School in August.
My rate starts at $20/hr, but this can change due to other factors. I require 3 hours minimum per booking, and I may request a small travel fee if you are located more than 25 minutes...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I would absolutely hire her again! She was caring and professional. My job for her was very last minute, but she followed through every step of the way and I am so grateful!"
Megan H.
5.0
(1)
AVAILABLE AUGUST 2024.
My experience began as a childcare worker at my local church from toddlers to children of 8. I have since worked in two daycares, as a disability worker, and a private nanny. My responsibilities included establishing a relationship with both the parent(s) and the child, noting any allergies the child may...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rebecca grew up in a loving home with other siblings who cared for each other and modeled courtesy and kindness."
Charlise R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 7+ years of experience. I can help with travel, grocery shopping, or other special tasks. I love kids and find working with them to be rewarding and fulfilling. I am open to challenging younger kiddos or just hanging with older kids. I have experience potty-training, tutoring, managing schedules, cleaning, and organizing.
Natalie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Natalie to help with organizing my apartment following moving. What I have struggled with for months she had done in a few hours. She was a joy to work with and not only has helped organize but has given suggestions to help me with the upkeep. I am so glad...
Bethany J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am known as a baby whisperer among friends and family. I have a passion for working with babies and absolutely love holding them and caring for them! I value interaction with the babies in my care, I sing to them, read to them, and talk about what they are doing. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education and many years of...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Sara has been watching our one year old boy for several weeks now and has been doing an incredible job!! He simply adores her and grins a big smile every time we drop him off. When I pick him up he is often so busy playing he doesn't even want to leave. The sign of...
Annie S.
5.0
(1)
I have experience babysitting all ages between newborn through 12 years old. I've been babysitting occasionally since I was 11 years old. My most current child care activities include caring for my own 3 children aged between 2 & 8 years and volunteering with the kids program at my church.
I'm looking to babysit during the day...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jennifer watched out son at our hotel while we were in town for a wedding. She was fantastic! She was super flexible with our ever-changing plans, and answered all of our annoying, paranoid texts. She even got my son to sleep, which is no small feat. We would...
Jessica D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone!
My name is Mary. I am 26 years old and am living my life to the fullest. Part of that is seeking fun, adventure and new opportunities! One of my favorite ways to incorporate those things is through working with kids, animals and getting to know new people.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to me- I pride...
Mary can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Mary while we were visiting Chattanooga. She was on-time and very sweet. The kids enjoyed the day with her at the Children's Museum and we hired her again to watch the kids for a date night. Both times we knew our kids were in great hands."
Kristina C.
Grace H.
Chattanooga, TN
$23/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! My experience with children began when I started babysitting in high school. I grew up with two much younger siblings which gave me a passion for child care! In college I then began working in local elementary schools as a site director for the before and after school programs. I now work in the child care center at...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our kids loved miss Grace !! She always went above and beyond when it came to caring for our children, helping with household chores, and preparing mealtime for our littles!! She’s reliable, responsible, and charismatic! 10/10 would recommend:)))"
Care member
5.0
(7)
I have experience working with children:
- working at a daycare, where I took care of children aged 3 months to 5 years old
-volunteering with the Lakeland Dream Center every Saturday morning as a child mentor
- caring for baby's in the nursery at church
- Elegant Events Babysitters, babysitting around 10 children with another...
Tori can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"Tori is an honest, dependable person. She is friendly and easy to get to know. She cares about people."
Keri C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have over 15 years of experience working with children - from nannying a 3-month-old to teaching middle and high school for 9 years. While I'm no longer in the classroom, I am still passionate about child development. I'm a reliable, patient, and organized individual who loves to be silly. I would love to provide a safe...
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Rebecca was incredibly professional, punctual, communicative, and most importantly so great with our <2 year old daughter. She played with her, and did her nighttime routine before putting her down with 0 issues. Would highly recommend her and hire her again!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, creative and loving!
I like working with kids because they are imaginative, funny and always learning!
I'm looking for a job that is flexible and comfortable
I started working with kids when I was a teenager. I was the neighborhood babysitter and even as an adult, I still nanny and love...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Lauren was our nanny during the pandemic and I could not have asked for anyone better to care for my son during this time. She was reliable, flexible and absolutely loved by my child. She provided educational activities, amazing engagement, and pictures throughout...
Liz B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ava, I am a full-time college student at UTC. I have had years of experience working with children, such as my little sister, my younger cousins, and other babysitting gigs in my small town. I was a lifeguard at our local pool for two years which gave me experience with watching children and having to care for...
Ava can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"You will love Ava! She has worked for me for years and I never felt uncomfortable leaving my child and house under her care. She has a wonderful personality! She is also intelligent, punctual, dependable and detail oriented! I am so sad that she has grown up and...
Becca B.
5.0
(1)
I grew up with two younger siblings and have been babysitting since I was 10 years old. I have extensive experience with children and love keeping kids active and engaged.
Kate can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had a great experience with Kate. She is very responsible and I felt very comfortable leaving my daughter with her. She is fun loving and enjoys playing with kids. She is also a great baker. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a college student looking for babysitting on Tuesdays and Thursdays. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Crafts, and Meal preparation. I have experience in Montessori teaching as a helper. A few things I enjoy are reading, music, baking, and I love to teach.
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Molly was a very dependable, punctual, and overall a perfect babysitter for our toddler son! She was always very communicative about her availability and knowledgeable about care giving for young children. Her experience with the Montessori education methods was a...
Mercedes K.
5.0
(1)
Experience includes:
3 year child care assistant
2 years child care site director
3 years special education para pro
3 years current nanny family
Due to changing circumstances and needs I'm in search of a new family to become a part of.
During these different times with the pandemic I can assure you I am taking every...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jennifer is very caring and goes above and beyond for the children. She is a life long learner herself and spreads her love of learning with the children she works with."
Heidi G.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I discovered my love for children in high school while working at a tutoring facility where I tutored children aged 3-6 in reading and math. From then on, I worked with middle and high school students throughout undergrad. Now, as a first-year grad school student I would love to get back into caretaking. I have a flexible...
Marisa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
4.0
"Marisa was great! She was awesome with my special needs kiddo!"
Melissa B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Amanda, and I am a nursing student at the University of Tennessee Chattanooga. I'm from Colorado, so I try to go back and visit during breaks. I aim to become a pediatric nurse, so I love working and spending time with kids! I currently hold a Colorado CNA license and am a BLS Provider through the American Heart...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Amanda is wonderful to work with. She communicates well and is always on time to babysit my littles. She helped potty train my oldest daughter and helped feed them simple lunches which were a big help to me. Amanda is patient and compassionate and I would highly...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always loved children! I am a lot of fun, and I like to see them having fun. I have babysat for close to 15 years and have lots of experience with varying ages. I have worked with children in a variety of settings too. I have worked in a daycare, but feel the home setting is the best for the child and the caregiver. I am...
April can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"April has never let me down. She always comes on the day that she says she is going to come. She has the key to my house, and the code to my security system. I trust her with my children and my home."
Amanda Z.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Larissa. I am originally from Brazil, but have lived and worked in the US for many years. My husband and I just relocated to the North Shore/Chattanooga Tn area.
As a former Au Pair: I've had many different experiences, in child care, throughout the last couple of years. I've worked with children from newborn...
Larissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had the pleasure of hiring Larissa for 1 month for part-time work in our home. She did a fantastic job with our 5 month old son and made my transition back to work seamless and stress free. It was hard leaving my baby in the hands of someone else for the first...
Lauren S.
Haley J.
Chattanooga, TN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm Haley, nice to meet you! I'm a highly experience babysitter and nanny with over 10 years of experience. I've babysat for over 30 families, and I'm also highly trained to work with kids of all kinds through working with foster care kids, special needs kids, and working at a summer camp. I've had long-standing relationships...
5.0
"Haley was our best sitter ever!! She was always on time at 6:45 in the morning!! She has a wonderful positive attitude and the Kids loved her. She also helped me with my business web design and transportation. I can't recommend Haley enough, we are at a loss...
Liz B.
Rebecca S.
Chattanooga, TN
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm looking for part time work in either child care, tutoring, pet care, or caregiving for adults with disabilities. I recently graduated from college and am looking for some summer work! I start my full time job as a special education teacher in August. I have been babysitting for about 8 years. I also have lots of experience...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Becca has been taking care of my Goldendoodle Bandit for the last year and a half! She pays close attention to his needs and is always ready for an energetic walk with him! She also works with him on basic manners with the leash and makes sure he is behaving! Becca...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Chattanooga, TN
Madison S.
5.0
Madison watched our kids for our first night out since moving here. She did a great job, the kids loved her and said they had a lot of fun! They are excited for her to come back.
- Lindey G.
Rebecca H.
5.0
Rebecca grew up in a loving home with other siblings who cared for each other and modeled courtesy and kindness.
- Charlise R.
Natalie D.
5.0
I hired Natalie to help with organizing my apartment following moving. What I have struggled with for months she had done in a few hours. She was a joy to work with and not only has helped organize but has given suggestions to help me with the upkeep. I am so glad I hired her and look forward to...
- Bethany J.
Sara L.
5.0
Sara has been watching our one year old boy for several weeks now and has been doing an incredible job!! He simply adores her and grins a big smile every time we drop him off. When I pick him up he is often so busy playing he doesn't even want to leave. The sign of a great child care! Sara is sweet,...
- Annie S.
Jennifer D.
5.0
Jennifer watched out son at our hotel while we were in town for a wedding. She was fantastic! She was super flexible with our ever-changing plans, and answered all of our annoying, paranoid texts. She even got my son to sleep, which is no small feat. We would recommend Jennifer to anyone!
- Jessica D.
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How can I find a Chattanooga babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Chattanooga, TN can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 165 babysitters in Chattanooga, TN on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Chattanooga, TN?
The average rate for Chattanooga, TN babysitters on Care.com is $16.32 per hour as of March 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Chattanooga, TN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Chattanooga, TN through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Chattanooga, TN babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Chattanooga, TN are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 92 reviews of the 165 listed babysitters.